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Historic home with easy access to Chicago

Escape to this serene retreat surrounded by nature yet steps from downtown Glen Ellyn’s quaint shops and restaurants.

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Exterior
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Dining
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic home with easy access to Chicago

The Davis Victorian Farm house is 1892 landmark home. It is located in beautiful Glen Ellyn, known for its quaint down town and Vintage Homes. USA Today selected Glen Ellyn as the Picturesque Town of Illinois because of this. The Davis House is located on a very quiet cul-de-sac. Set back from Davis Terrace, its front garden adds to the grandeur of this beautiful home. Steps from Babcock Grove Park as well as Lake Ellyn Park. For young children these are just a few of the options. Also for children and adults The Perry Mastadon that was discovered in Glen Ellyn in 1963 is on display at Wheaton College, just a few miles away. If you are looking to get away from it all....this is it.

The home has many original features and has all hardwood floors on the main level. In the family room you will find the fireplace and large Plasma TV with surround sound. The home is nestled amongst large trees and beautiful gardens...truly a wonderful place to call home while visiting Historic Glen Ellyn and neighboring towns as well as Chicago and all that it has to offer. With our Metra station with in a 10 minute walk down town Chicago can be reached from there as quickly as 30 minutes!!!
Please note: Per Glen Ellyn Village ordinace, single family use only. No large gatherings or events.

Property manager

William

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Music library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city center
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2800 sq ft (260 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets upon approval.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Guests can not have guests without approval byWH
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Landmark Victorian Home House Glen Ellyn
Landmark Victorian Home House
Landmark Victorian Home Glen Ellyn
Landmark Victorian Glen Ellyn
Landmark Victorian Home Glen Ellyn
Landmark Victorian Home Private vacation home
Landmark Victorian Home Private vacation home Glen Ellyn

About the neighborhood

Map
Glen Ellyn, IL

What's nearby

  • Wheaton College - 4 min drive
  • College of Dupage - 8 min drive
  • Yorktown Shopping Center - 12 min drive
  • Central Dupage Hospital - 12 min drive
  • Morton Arboretum - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Glen Ellyn Station - 18 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Famous Burrito - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rosati’S Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blackberry Market - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Nay Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic home with easy access to Chicago pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Historic home with easy access to Chicago?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic home with easy access to Chicago?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic home with easy access to Chicago located?

This family-friendly Glen Ellyn vacation home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wheaton College, Cosley Zoo and French Market. Billy Graham Center Museum and Dupage County Historical Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km). Glen Ellyn Station is 18 minutes by foot.

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Historic home with easy access to Chicago Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 163 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property!!!
Very clean and well maintained. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family wedding
The house was perfect and our host was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely historic home
We loved the character of this spacious, old home. Very clean and well appointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large House
The house was large and met our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, neighborhood and accommodating host!
My family and I enjoyed our stay at Davis House! Warm & cozy, yet private. A great place for family/friends to gather. William, our host was personable & accommodating. The neighborhood is beautiful for walking and downtown Glen Ellyn is adorable with lovely shops & restaurants close by. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just. Stunning.
We visited family in Glen Ellyn and adored the Davis House! William was a pleasure to work with, and the small dog decorations made us feel right at home with our 3 pugs and Lhasa apso. Outdoor fountain, jetted tub, wonderfully mature neighborhood, oh and the sun room right off the master bedroom. Thanks SO much for a stay that exceeded all expectations!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great old farm house.
Very nice and unique place. Great place to stay, but not for gatherings of more than 15. Enjoyed the quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Glen Ellyn charm
We loved our stay at this house! A charming old home in a great location. William was an excellent host and it was the perfect way for me to visit my hometown!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation
Amazing home. More stunning than pictures. Lots of places to gather as a group or have solitude. Beds very comfortable. Kitchen well equipped. Neighborhood quiet and walkable. Enjoyed outdoor dining on deck, quiet porch swing mornings, happy hour toasting in the sunroom, playing the grand piano, and cozing up in the living room for a movie. 5 adult family members gathering for graduation from a graduate program at Midwestern University.. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
This is the third time we have stayed in this beautiful house. It has always been clean and very well maintained. We can tell that the owner loves this home and invites his guests to love it too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Property and Host!
Family gathering to visit oldest son who lives in Chicago-land area. This was the perfect property for all of us (5 adults) to gather. A home with plenty of room and an abundance of charm! The neighborhood is fabulous. Quiet, peaceful and very clean. Just a few short minutes to the train into Chicago. Downtown Glen Ellyn is also very nice with some great restaurants! Book this property for your next visit to the area - it will not disappoint. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home, William!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Terri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful neighborhood
Lots of space
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable accomodations
The house was beautiful and well maintained. Very comfortable interior with an equally private patio and yard. Fantastic character inside and out. The neighborhood was quiet and well maintained and within walking distance to Main Street. I highly recommend it if you are looking for a relaxing getaway in a historic setting.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A secret garden in a great location
The house is so cozy and beautiful. We will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Davis Home
We enjoyed our time at the Davis House; it was clean, charming and has many amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual friends trip
It was a wonderful choice to stay at this house. We all had a wonderful time, it was very warm and homey for our gathering. Location was perfect and neighbor hood was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Excellent stay in an exquisite home from a wonderful host.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
We all enjoyed our stay, absolutely a beautiful house. So very interesting to walk around and look at everything. The back deck was very nice, beautiful yard too. The neighborhood was great too. Location was perfect for what we wanted to do. Host was extremely nice and had lots of history to share with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave M., Des Moines, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location
Quiet setting with all amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank V., Boerne, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it, will return
Beautiful home with all the modern amenities. Will be staying there next visit to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

anne l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Davis House in Glen Ellyn is amazing
Thoroughly enjoyed staying in this unique and beautiful home--the antiques, artwork, and luxurious items such as the Lacanche Range and the piano made for an unforgettable experience. The host was helpful and kind. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Freeport, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
This place was simply amazing. We really enjoyed it and every room brought in essence of relaxation like no other. We will definitely come back and take it all in again. The kitchen itself if you like to cook is an experience you will never forget.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Family
We enjoyed the Glen Ellyn home. It was full of character and charm; moreover, it was spacious for our family and well appointed with amenities. The neighborhood is beautiful with great parks, wide sidewalks, and beautiful downtown. A great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daryn S., Kelowna BC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Suburb
Great location for walks, drives, etc… beautiful properties, quiet area away from city but still close enough to tour around and check out Chicago. Highly recommend the river cruise.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back to visit
Wonderful to return to the town we lived in for 50 years. Connected with friends and enjoyed sitting on the porch and reminiscing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022